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At the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, British sprinter Derek Redmond had his dreams of an Olympic medal crushed by a debilitating hamstring injury in the middle of a semi-final race.

But whereas most athletes would just submit to defeat, bend over, and cry, Redmond was determined to finish what he started. So, he picks himself up off the ground and begins hobbling around the track toward the finish line.

Then, just when it seems he might not be able to go on any longer, Redmond’s dad breaks through security to get on the track and puts his arm around his son, who cries on his shoulder as the two finish the race together.

Derek's dream of winning was over, yet he still knew how important it was to finish the race he started. What a great lesson for us all! It's easy to be a great starter. Champions in life are great finishers!

Here’s a clip of this touching moment set to inspirational music by Coldplay.

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Rodrigo Villagomez"I grew up in a rough neighborhood in New Jersey. I hung around kids that were mostly trouble and saw some things that kids my age probably shouldn’t see. I knew I had to change or face the consequences of living a life of cheap thrills and crime. At 14, I started training martial arts. I quickly took a liking in the arts because they showed me in the path of strength but also personal development"